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Briefing: Pathogenic virus infects and structurally reorganizes human cells, finds new study

Strategic angle: A study reveals how orthohantaviruses, like the Puumala virus, pose a significant zoonotic threat by affecting human cell structure.

Editorial Staff · 2026-03-09 · 1 MIN READ

Orthohantaviruses are widespread in Europe.

They cause flu-like illnesses and severe kidney damage.

The Puumala virus is a notable example of this group.